Morgantown to Waldorf: Road Trip Guide & Distance

176 miles 283.2 km · straight line
220 miles estimated 354 km · driving distance
4h 26min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
112° ESE bearing direction

How far is Morgantown from Waldorf?

The distance from Morgantown to Waldorf is 176 miles (283.2 km) as the crow flies. Waldorf is located ESE of Morgantown. By car, the driving distance is approximately 220 miles, taking about 4h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Morgantown in West Virginia and Waldorf in Maryland.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Morgantown and Waldorf. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Morgantown to Waldorf

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 26min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 19min $18–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 13min $26–$77* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Morgantown & Waldorf

Quick Facts

Morgantown
39.63°N, 79.96°W
America/New_York
271m elevation
Waldorf
38.62°N, 76.94°W
America/New_York
64m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 59 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 141.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients